Do you find it hard to swallow tablets or capsules? You’re not alone. 

Swallowing difficulties—known as dysphagia—are common in older adults, stroke survivors, and people with neurological conditions. Fortunately, there are modern solutions that make medicine easier and safer to take.

At Lygon Everyday Chemist in Brunswick East, we offer innovative support for people who can’t swallow medicines — including access to the Medasyst system, a revolutionary device that converts tablets into a smooth liquid in minutes.

What Is Dysphagia?

Dysphagia refers to difficulty swallowing. For many patients, tablets can feel stuck in the throat, trigger coughing, or cause anxiety about choking. 

If not managed properly, it can lead to:

• Missed doses

• Reduced medication effectiveness

• Higher risk of aspiration and complications

If you or a loved one has trouble swallowing, we can help.

What To Do If You Can’t Swallow Medicine

1. Talk to Your Pharmacist

Our expert pharmacists will:

• Review your medications for swallowing risks

• Recommend safer alternatives

• Help tailor a medication plan that suits your needs

2. Use Medasyst – Turn Tablets into Liquid Safely

We’re proud to offer Medasyst, a cutting-edge ultrasonic tablet pulveriser. This device:

• Converts solid tablets into a smooth, drinkable liquid

• Takes just a few minutes to prepare

• Eliminates the need to crush or split tablets by hand

• Maintains medication integrity and dosing accuracy

Medasyst is ideal for:

• Patients with dysphagia

• People with feeding tubes

• Aged care residents and carers

• Children or anyone unable to swallow tablets safely

Our pharmacy team can demonstrate how it works and even prepare medications for you using the device in-store.

3. Ask About Compounding Solutions

For some medicines, our compounding pharmacy can customise alternative formats like:

• Liquids or flavoured syrups

• Creams, gels, or dissolvable powders

• Suppositories or transdermal patches

These options are perfect when medications are not commercially available in suitable forms.

Visit Lygon Everyday Chemist, Brunswick East

Whether you live with dysphagia or care for someone who does, our friendly team can help you or your loved one take medications safely and confidently.

Visit us at Lygon Everyday Chemist, Brunswick East

Ask about the Medasyst system or our compounded medicine options

We also assist with NDIS and aged care packages, where eligible

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I crush tablets at home instead?

Not always. Some medications are time-released or coated and should never be crushed. Always check with your pharmacist first.

Is Medasyst available for home use?

Ask our team — we can help you access the device or prepare medications in-store using Medasyst.

Do you offer medication reviews?

Yes. Our pharmacists can conduct a free in-pharmacy review and work with your GP or carer to support your health.

Make Medication Easier Today

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